The Press Centre of the Syrian Democratic Forces (SDF) reported that several Turkish occupation-backed mercenaries were eliminated and others were injured during fierce clashes with the Manbij Military Council in the southern countryside of Manbij and with the Tabqa Military Council forces in the Deir Hafer area. The clashes took place from yesterday morning to this morning.

“Our forces remain steadfast in their commitment to protecting the people of these regions from the violations and crimes perpetrated by the mercenaries. We reaffirm our readiness to counter all terrorist attacks,” SDF said, adding that further details regarding the clashes will be released at a later time.